Age: From 36 months to 10 years| Size: ‎ ‎64 x 62 x 10 cm | Capacity: Not specified | Material: Plastic tray and steel frame| Cover: No | Accessories included: None What we love To make life easier (that's what Mumsnet is here for, after all), we've done the hard work for you and have thoroughly researched the best water tables, so you don't have to.

Lids and covers: A securely fitted top or cover will protect your water table from cats using it as a litter tray, fallen leaves and twigs and the weather. Budget models often need extra weight on top of the lid to keep it watertight; a bag of sand is helpful for that. Tuff Spots are used in many nursery settings as they’re a hardy, versatile play tray and can be used with or without a stand. It’s evident from the Mumsnet Forum, that many parents find these tables helpful until well beyond a child’s toddler years.Water tables are best kept in the garden so you won’t be worried about the mess. Place them away from overhanging trees and dripping roofs and keep them in a shed or garage if they don’t have a lid. How often should I empty a water table? Though not technically a water table, the Step2 Play & Shade Pool suits little ones who really like the water aspect of this type of play. Like a traditional water table, this small wading pool features an interactive play element (three funnel cups and a fun spinning water wheel) that easily attaches to the included umbrella, so you won't have to worry about sunburn on sunny days.

The Little Tikes Deluxe Easy Store Sand & Water Table is a versatile play station that can be used as a mini sand pit, a water play table and, with the lid on, a nifty craft table too, which is an extra bonus. It’s robust enough to be used outside yet perfectly proportioned for indoor use too. It’s the perfect height for a toddler to stand at, while older kids will find plenty of room underneath to kneel or sit comfortably. Age: 2 to 6 years old | Size: H 50.5; W 144; D 74 cm| Capacity: holds up to 22kg of sand | Material: Plastic | Cover: Yes | Accessories included: three garden tools; two moulds What we love Ease of assembly: Building your water table should only need 30 minutes and a screwdriver if that. Ensure you follow the instructions and view any YouTube videos they direct you to. It may take a little longer to construct if you’re investing in an elaborate wooden picnic table/sand pit. How to keep water tables safeOnce your child is ready to take on a larger water table, this one still has a usable life as a toy for the beach or the pool, since at just about 2.6 pounds, it’s extremely portable. A great water table provides outdoor entertainment options for small children, plus it's a fun way to cool off on warm days without having to go to the pool. The combination sand and water table allow for creative and imaginative play and hours of fun. The Little Tikes Sandy Lagoon Sand And Water Table set includes these cool accessories: two characters, one cup, two inner tubes, a shovel, and a custom-fit plastic cover. Top Features Though undoubtedly expensive, this water table has two really great perks. One, it looks attractive in your yard since it’s not a bulky and bright plastic toy. Plus, it’s on the bigger side, so it can accommodate more children, say the six or so kids at the family barbecue.

Leave the sand and water table outdoors overnight, ready for toddlers to play in the morning. The custom-fit plastic cover protects the sand and water table’s sand side from the weather and curious pets. A built-in drainage plug makes it easy to clean for storage; the drainage hole is situated on the waterside of the combination table. The Little Tikes Spiralin Seas Waterpark with its Ferris wheel, squirt ball characters, and spinners provide hours of dynamic, imaginative fun while developing early motor skills. It holds seven gallons of water. Top Features

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Age range: Some water tables can be used without the legs, which would suit the needs of small toddlers; others have adjustable height legs that make it easy for taller children to play. The features, toys and tools are vital to think about too. For example, little ones will be thrilled to simply tip water in and out of a cup, whereas older children will enjoy more scientific tools and gadgets such as pulleys, pumps and waterfalls. While it can be tempting to just keep your water table outside, leaving it exposed to the elements means that it can become covered with pollen, dirt, leaves, and other unwanted grime and gunk. Plastic water tables are lightweight and can be emptied, scrubbed clean, and wiped dry after use and stored in a garage or other storage area. You can also cover your dry water table with plastic or a tarp before storing to keep it from getting dirty or dusty. Wood options should always be stored inside because they won't hold up to the elements as well as plastic ones. To prevent this, consider using a sealant on your table to protect it from rusting or staining when it rains or snows.